Ofsted Registration Support for Children’s Homes
We support providers across the sector, whether you are opening a children’s home, residential family centre, fostering agency, or any other Ofsted-regulated service. Our specialists have extensive experience in registration and regulatory compliance.
Our experienced team of former Ofsted Inspectors, Compliance Specialists, and Social Care Experts are on hand to assist you from the start of your journey with:
✔ Ofsted Registration & Application Support
✔ Full Registration Process Management
✔ Ofsted Portal Management & Submission
✔ Supporting Documentation Completion
✔ Ofsted Interview Training
✔ Statement of Purpose & Policy Development
✔ Mock Inspections & Site Visits
✔ Business Plan Support
✔ Financial Viability Checks
Bespoke, Expertly-Crafted Policies and Procedures for Children’s Homes
At HLTH Group, our in-house Social Care Policies Team produces bespoke policies and procedures for new providers entering the sector and seeking Ofsted registration. With expertise in children’s homes, residential family centres, fostering agencies, and other Ofsted-regulated services, our team has a deep understanding of the specific policy and procedural requirements needed to meet Ofsted’s regulations.
✔ Bespoke Policies and Procedures tailored to your service
✔ Fully branded and customised to your organisation
✔ Developed by our in-house Social Care Compliance Team
✔ Assigned to a dedicated Policy Manager for ongoing support
✔ Comprehensive suite of safeguarding, HR, and management policies
✔ Regularly updated in line with Ofsted’s regulatory changes
✔ Accessible via HLTH Manage for seamless compliance management
HLTH Manage: Your Compliance and HR Hub
Our HLTH Manage software has been designed by CQC and Ofsted advisors, healthcare professionals, leading HR experts and former CQC inspectors to ensure that new providers have an all-in-one, comprehensive solution to empower them in efficiently manage CQC compliance, HR processes, and health & safety requirements.
- All-In-One Compliance and HR System
- CQC Evidencing Tools and Inspection Preparation
- Bespoke Policies and Procedures
- Mandatory E-Learning
- Dedicated New Framework Dashboard
- Toolkit, Resources and Templates
- Comprehensive HR Dashboard
- Leave and Sickness Management
- HR Toolkit and Resources
- Manage Compliance Journey from Registration Onwards
Expert Ofsted Guidance for Key Personnel
✔ Mock Ofsted Interviews
The ‘Fit Person’ interview is a key part of the process, requiring the Responsible Individual and Registered Manager to demonstrate their leadership, regulatory knowledge, and governance capabilities.
- Realistic mock interview sessions to build confidence
- Constructive feedback and improvement strategies
- Coaching on key Ofsted expectations and best practices
✔ Pre-Registration Compliance Audits
Before submitting your application, it is crucial to ensure that your children’s home is fully compliant.
- Property suitability and environmental compliance
- Policies and procedures aligned with Ofsted regulations
- Staff qualifications, DBS checks, and recruitment processes
- Operational readiness to meet the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015
Long-Term Compliance Partnership
✔ Ongoing Compliance Support Post-Registration
Securing Ofsted registration is just the beginning—maintaining compliance is critical for the ongoing success of your children’s home. HLTH Group offers long-term support including:
- Regulatory updates and inspection readiness guidance
- Ongoing governance and compliance audits
- Staff training and leadership development
Our consultancy services ensure that you stay ahead of regulatory changes and continue delivering high-quality care.
Comprehensive HR Setup and Support
At HLTH Group, we recognise the unique challenges faced by healthcare organisations in managing their workforce and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Our HR Consultancy services are entirely bespoke, built on extensive sector experience, and designed to meet your exact needs.
- Comprehensive HR Setup Support
- Employee Handbook Creation and Review
- HR-Specific Policies and Procedures
- Complex Employment Relations Management
- HR Administration Outsourcing
- End-to-End Recruitment Support
- Strategic HR Projects and Team Development
- Retained Support, Ad-Hoc Support, and Bank of Hours Support
- HLTH Manage HR Dashboard Integration
- HR Toolkit and Resources
- Employment Contract Creation and Review
With HLTH Group’s all-in-one solution, you have a comprehensive support package covering CQC compliance, HR management, health & safety, and business setup. Our team of experts will be by your side, guiding you through every step of the setup process, ensuring you meet all regulatory requirements and achieve excellence in your CQC inspection.
We take pride in providing an all-in-one solution that brings expertise, integrity, and passion to your journey as a new CQC-regulated healthcare provider. Contact us today to discover how we can support you in setting up your healthcare service for long-term success.